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Aspire, Women of Color Study Bible Giveaway! 

One of the great gifts given by God to us is the Bible. The Bible is the word of God. Reading your Bible daily forms a life-long relationship with our creator.

There will be some that say, “I don’t have time to read”, or “I don’t understand what I’m reading”. Do me a favor and try something different. Follow along reading the Bible while listening to an audio version. It is amazing how quickly you can read the Bible, and how easily you understand what you are reading when you follow along as someone else reads.

Just try it. Go to YouVersion.com. The YouVersion.com website offers the Bible in many different versions and languages online and in audio absolutely free.

Select “Reader” under the “Bible” tab. Then choose a version you would like to read. If you find the King James Version too difficult to follow, I have found a version I know you will like. Select the Contemporary English Version. Then click on the browse button and select a book and chapter.

Now here is the cool part. To the right you will see the words “Audio Bible”. Find the audio version titled “English – Contemporary English Version (African American Speakers)”. Press play and read the Bible as the recorded voice on the audio reads to you.

Writing My Vision Changed My Life!

By now, most businesswomen have heard how important having a vision is, but surprisingly many have not written their vision.  This blog post is an appeal to all businesswomen who desire to accomplish their dreams and goals this year in 2011.

I started visioning approximately 15 years ago from a Bible study that I attended.  You see I learned that without a vision all of my hopes and desires could not be accomplished.  I had to take what was in my head, transfer it to paper and put it into action.  Of course, I procrastinated, wrote eloquent sounding statements that really didn't represent me and didn't really take the time to truly explore. It was when I decided to get real with myself that I realized I didn't have a solid vision of what I wanted.  So, instead of trying to visualize something far off I decided to create short-term visions that I wanted to experience in one year or less.

My first vision was that I wanted to experience paying off my debt.  I saw myself not having bills coming to my mail box and I saw myself smiling that I was able to get what I wanted and pay cash for it.  It became even more real as I started collecting anything that I could find on getting out of debt. 

I told anybody and everybody that I was moving towards being debt free.  It was this action that caused a girlfriend to call and share with me information about a workshop in Los Angeles that was at her church called, "Millionaires In Training" given by George Thompson . 

My husband and I committed to taking the class and the results were astounding.  In less than one year, we were able to pay off our debt and things started happening like you wouldn't believe.

It suddenly hit me that once I took my vision and made it plain and then put action to it that I was able to accomplish anything and I mean anything.  Since that time, I have made visioning a vital part of my life and what I have learned from it throughout the years is absolutely miraculous.  I learned that there are different levels of visioning and that once you truly embrace that you have a supernatural power to declare and accomplish anything the flood gates of opportunities start to open up to you.

So, it is my desire and hope that you read this post with an open heart and willingness to stop and take the time to write your vision. 

Below are 5 Reasons Why You Must Write Your Vision:

1. It glorifies God through you and acknowledges the power that resides within you to create
2. Gives you clarity and self-esteem
3. Liberates you and confirms that you are indeed a unique and wonderfuly made individual
4. It's the beginning of manifesting your dreams and goals
5. It opens up the gates of opportunities and draw all the people into your life that will help you to realize your vision.

Join me in a non-profit mission of encouraging women around the world to write their vision:

Get the outline for writing your vision here:

http://www.WomenAboutBiz.com/her-vision

Join Me On Facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/her-vision-movement

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@pamperry

Hair |  Taking Care Of It

When learning to take care of any hair there is a golden rule - getting your hair hydrated.  For those of you who have been following me for a while now...you have heard me say this over, and over again.  I can not express this enough and how important it is.  But the only way to achieve this is finding and using the proper hair care products.  When hair is properly taken care of it will not have split ends, it will not be dry or hard to comb.  Hair that is properly taken care of is easily managable, shiny, and hydrated. 

I would advocate that stroking your hair every night before going to bed is a very good thing to do for your hair.  It does not matter if your hair is relaxed or natural the practice of stroking your hair is a must.

One of the first things that should be done before doing anything else to your hair is the Hydrating Oil with Olive Oil and Vitamins by My Glory Hair Care Hydrating System.  This oil is ideal for your hair because it is formulated to give hair maximum hydration.  My Glory Hair Care Hydrating System knows that to achieve this, your hair needs more that just oil alone.  The oil must be accompanied by moisturizers and vitamins in order to penetrate the hair shaft and then the hair, and this is exactly what the My Glory Hydrating Oil does. You will be able to see and feel the difference after the first use and with continued use your hair will be absoulely beautiful.

I searched for a long time to find the right products that would work on my hair. I used My Glory on my hair when it was relaxed and it was beautiful.  And now that I am natural it is still beautiful. My hair does not shed, because it is not dry, and it does not have split ends which is a major cause of hair breakage and shedding.

I had to make my own products for my hair that would perform on my hair like I wanted them to.  I knew exactly what I wanted and needed and had to mix a little of this and a little of that to come up with the correct formula that would hydrate my hair, and now I want to share this amazing product with you.

My Glory Hair Care Hydrating System

Social Media is the latest and hottest way to promote and expose your business.  Take a look at my site for FREE Twitter training that will help you connect with quality prospects.

Click on the link below for more information:

http://caldwellbusiness.socialmediaautomation.com/

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me.

Sheila Caldwell

As we know, the main source that keep our business running is prospects and without quality prospects, we don't have a business.  My system will teach you how to attract people to your business, have a steady flow of new prospects, have a relationship-base business, turn your cold market to warm, target your market, then learn to solve the problem and offer a solution to your prospect.

If you're interested in knowing how to attract business-minded people to your business, check out my site.

Click on the link below for more information on getting quality leads:

http://caldwellbusiness.limitlessleadsforlife.com/

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me.

Sheila Caldwell

MyLeadSystemPro

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Rachel Lloyd  (GEMS)

Executive Director & Founder, Girls Educational & Mentoring Services

Brian Kelly Wilson   Valuable lessons taught and learned

Your Depressed Child Needs You   Shyra Smith

Hospitality Corner    Sharon Fox

Author & Visionary   Marquise T. Watson

The Center for American Women and Politics   Sasha Patterson, Ph.D.

Bowl for Kids' Sake  John Roy

Hannah's Socks   Hannah Turner

Monthly Tasty Treat   Pat Holmes

Step N2 College   Koyah Rivera

The Women’s Collective  Patricia Nalls

Paula Whitebear-Burton  "Never Would Of Made It"

It's New Jersey's Finest Virtual Wedding Shows.

The perfect online solution for bridal shows. We'd love for to be a part..We have over 25 Wedding Categories. We are EXCITED!

Our Bridal Tea and Virtual Wedding Show is

SATURDAY, APRIL 2, 2011.

Here Are Our Vendor Participation Options

BRIDAL GIFT BAG SPONSOR

Please Submit at 30 biz cards, coupons, samples, etc.): You will be mentioned in all of our promotional efforts and on our facebook and website pages

These gift bags will be delivered to all the pre-registered attendees. Contact us for shipping address.

DEADLINE: March 15th.

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DOOR PRIZE SPONSORSHIP: Vendor will be responsible for the delivery of door prize

NATION WIDE SPONSORS:

Wedding, Beauty, Spa, Travel Baskets and or Products

Honeymoon Gifts

Travel Discounts

Bridal Discount
Jewelry Prizes

NJ STATE WIDE VENDORS: (all choices above and...):

Beauty and Salon Packages or Discounts

Massage Packages or Discounts

Bridal Discounts

Photography Discounts Packages

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VIRTUAL BOOTH

Vendors will receive a Virtual Booth in the Category of their expertise..

Virtual Vendor Booth Fees are $20.00...or $65.00 for all (4) upcoming Virtual Wedding Shows, payable via paypal to albasevents@gmail.com.

If you would like to participate as a Virtual Vendor...please submit the following information no later than March 21st, 2011

Company Name
Contact Name, Phone, Email
Company Logo
1 Product Photo and/or Video

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GRAND WEDDING SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY - NJ CONTEST
We are very excited about our upcoming wedding contest.....Four Brides will win grand prizes.

CLICK HERE For more details and information on how your business can contribute; whether in a big way or small, every little bit can help.

The Contest will run from April 30 – May 25th, 2011. Winners will be announced at our June 4th Virtual Bridal Show.

The Grand Wedding Contest is a new contest in New Jersey, where four brides to be win prizes that will help complete their wedding package; venue, catering, decor, and basically everything else they could need to have the wedding of their dreams. This is a venture organized and executed by several professional local businesses in the bridal industry.

We look forward to working with you and building professional relationships. Please contact Alba and Maureen with any questions or concerns at theweddingden@gmail.com.

To Your Success!
Alba and Maureen

Do you have that entrepeneurial itch? Do you have a need to own your time? Do you have some talent or hobby you wish to share? Or maybe just interested in a career change? Well you've come to the right place. Deciding what type og business you want to start is the hard part. After that, we can help you build a successful business.

Evaluating your options:

So the first thing you need to do is evaluate your interests or hobbies. Is there something about your current or past jobs you like? Or something about a past job you really disliked? Do you have an interesting hobby that comes in handy here-and-there with your friends and family? Well these are the things to consider when you're deciding on a business to start. Make a list of things you're interested in AND things you dislike. The "dislike" list is to help you decide which businesses you DON'T like. Here's a sample of a list(keep in mind, some of the dislikes, might be your likes):

Likes                                                                                                       

Using the computer

Working with people

Helping people feel good about themselves

Writing

Decorating

Helping people fix things

Cleaning

Dislikes

Dealing/speaking with people

Crunching numbers

Working with children

Giving speeches

Managing people

Consider your resources:

Now, after making that list, you need to decide what you can do with the likes and dislikes. Decide which of those is the most prominent and you're most interested in and GO WITH IT!! With some of your hobbies you can sell on eBay. With some of your like you can find franchises or Internet or Network Marketing businesses to satisfy those desires. Start researching your interests and interviewing some current business owners on their work life.

Research:

You need to educate yourself on the business you're interested in. You need to educate yourself on the industry you'll be working in. There are so many books that can get help you. Go to a local bookstore or library and just look for some of those business self-help or self-educate books.( A list of MUST-READS coming soon)

Put your twist on it:

While researching and creating a business plan, you need to think about how your business will be different from others. Now keep in mind, aspects of building your business successfully might be in place already and you will be able to connect with someone in the business that can help you build it. So, you don't want to re-invent the wheel if you don't have to. But you want to add your own little touch to certain aspects of your business. As you get more acquainted with the business and the people, you can develop these concepts quickly.

Stay MOTIVATED:

You want to make sure you stay inspired and most of all motivated to build your business in an organized, successful way. With my book, The MOTIVATOR, I can help you develop a business plan and ways to keep yourself organized and focused on your goals for your business. To be honest, starting a business is not the easiest thing to do, BUT it's so rewarding and you'll be able to set your own hours, and potentially be very successful. Just keep in mind you MUST work to see RESULTS. "Proverbs 12:11-he who works his land will have abundant food but he who chases fantasies lacks judgement."

Hope this has helped in some way. If you have more questions, I would like to encourage you to take our BAT (Business Aptitude Test). EXCLUSIVELY offered through Garrison Prosperity Solutions (G.P.S.).

We can find a business for you!!!! Contact us today http://www.garrisonprosperitysolutions.com/.

Tamara Garrison-Thomas

http://www.garrisonprosperitysolutions.com/

http://www.businessadvice2011.blogspot.com/

The biographies epiphany I mentioned in my previous blog post led me to think about my own personal experience. I realized that, when it came to my own career, I had ended up living my back-up plan. I thought of what I call the Plan A concept, which is simply this: Many people believe that they need to have a contingency plan, in case they can’t make their real dreams come true.

All too often, they go with this “sensible” Plan B instead of pursuing their sincere dreams. But how practical is it to deliberately leave your dreams by the wayside? If you go with your back-up plan, how will you ever know if your genuine dreams might actually be practical and doable were you to invest yourself in staying the Plan A course? Sure, you might be good at whatever your second choice career is, but it still doesn’t make for a very complete and fulfilling life. And settling for plan B leaves you always wondering, “What if?” Don’t get me wrong. I believe in being practical, but I also very strongly believe that in doing so, we must always keep our passions close to the surface so they are not forgotten and we must continually take steps toward achieving those dreams.

I have always known deep down (and not so deep down, truth be told!) that the path I chose, in the field of human resources management (HR), was not truly my Plan A path and that although there are aspects of HR that I love, most days I was simply going through the motions. Very rarely had I had the experience of bouncing out of bed because I was just so excited about the day ahead. And yet, I stayed in my career and actually successfully pursued a master’s degree in human resources management, as if gaining that deeper knowledge of the field would make me happier.

I thought I was alone in feeling confused about and locked in by my earlier choices. After countless conversations while developing my Plan A concept, however, I now know that there are far too many people who can relate to my situation.

www.LiveYourPlanA.com

Before you purchase web hosting, do a little homework and ask around for recommendations. You don’t want to get stuck with a WebHost from hell. I just experience something close to it.

For the purpose of this post, I am called this webhost “Company DIY“. Company DIY promotes a blog hosting package with WordPress for a very affordable price. They don’t mention any of CMS (Content Management System). You can use their site builder or install it yourself. I have done ton of WordPress installations so I chose to do it myself. No problem there.

To read the headaches I had with Company DIY and get a list of recommended WebHosts, check out my post: Not every WebHost is WordPress Friendly.

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